Milford Restaurants get the Baby Treatment from local Connecticut Newborn Photographer

This project has brought me soooo much joy! It all started with me waking up on April 1st and thinking what can I do to help out some of my local businesses? We always love to eat out, but these days it is hard for us because as you know my business has been closed down since March 16th, so no money is coming in! I wanted to still support our local food businesses because I want them to still be there when this is all over. I was thinking of a way to support them and also do what I like best, taking pictures!

So I had this idea of ordering one food item from some local places and dressing them up and posing them like newborns. I called my best friend Kylie and ask her if she was around for a project and I called 13 local places and ordered one of their signature items on the menu. Some delivered and some had curbside pickup so we split the orders into two and grabbed the items that weren’t delivered. She left them out on the curb for me too. You know, to be safe! 🙂

I took all the items in the studio unwrapped them and lined them up. Then I tried to get fun ideas for each of the items. I knew I wanted the hotdog swaddled up to give Pigs in a Blanket a new meaning as well as a bun in the oven.

The chips had to go in a bowl because that is how you typically eat them. The grilled cheese gave me the hardest time but then I was like – the grilled cheese is already awesome on its own, so why mess with that. So I just added a crown. The other ideas came to me as I was going along.

I was hoping that the images would create some joy and get people excited about trying out these local places. It’s been such a fun project and of course, the best part was eating all those things after I took the pictures. What I didn’t expect was for the images to go viral around the world! This has been such a fun and wild ride! So many shares and so much love from all over the world. I am seriously blown away!!

Let’s see where you can find the images online:

Popsugar, Scary Mommy, Yahoo, Motherly, Moms.com, Today.com, Fstoppers, CT Post,

Here are some TV interviews and reports about the project:

People TV, News 12 CT, Western Mass Fox News, ABC Philly, WFSB Eyewitness News and News Channel 8. We also got a super nice shoutout on Star 99.9 – click here to listen!

And then the coolest thing, some worldwide shares!!!!

India: Indulge

Austria: City4U

Brazil: Crescer and Metropoles

Australia: Kidspot

United Kingdom: Metro London

Mind blown, right??? I am so thankful for all the love and shares and I hope that the businesses actually got some more business and it encouraged people to try them out! If you haven’t yet, what are you waiting for? These are all located right here in Milford, with the exception of Crazy Donuts. I will link to the places to make it easier for you to find them. Enjoy the images! Happy Eating!

Tribus Beer Co

Bees Knees Cafe Milford, CT

Bridgeport Flyer Diner

Dogtown

Donut Crazy

Fryborg

Devine’s Bagels & Café

milford pizza & mexican food

Walnut Beach Creamery

If you are looking for a photographer in Connecticut – look no farther I would love to capture those moments for you. Soon it could be your time to be portrayed on this blog! It is never too early to book a session as I only take a certain amount every month. However, last-minute bookings can be requested and are based on availability during that time.

Please contact us about booking your Connecticut photography session today by clicking right here. Another quick way to reach us is via email: hello@utechristinphotography.com

Kelly Berwick

18:22 05 Sep 24

This is our second time using Ute-Christin Photography and I can honestly say Ute and her team are phenomenal. We used Ute for a newborn session 5 years ago which I loved. This time around we had a beach mini session which was perfect for my toddler and three year old (I actually have mom guilt now bc I didn't do a new born session for my three year old). The beach mini session was 15-20 minutes which was the perfect length of time for my small kids. I am thrilled with the proofs that we received. Ute and her assistant Andrea are both professional and responsive. After I booked the mini session at the beach I received a detailed email with tips about how to make the shoot successful. This included tips about what to wear and color schemes that were helpful and contributed to beautiful photos. Ute was also prepared at the photo shoot. We were at the beach which she pre-warned could be buggy or windy of course I forgot bug spray but Ute had it on hand and happily shared with us. She made my kids, my husband, and myself feel incredibly comfortable. I am so happy we did this shoot. I love how the background and lighting look. I will definitely be booking again in the future.

ashley perrotti

23:37 30 Aug 24

Ute is such a talented photographer. We originally scheduled a maternity photo shoot but when our little man arrived 5 weeks early Ute graciously changed it from maternity photos to a newborn photo session and while i was sad not to have the maternity pictures I couldn’t be happier with the newborn photo session. I will be using Ute for family pictures going forward without a doubt!!! Thank you Ute!!!

Hana Mosa

17:21 30 Aug 24

If you’re looking for the best, most professional photographer in Connecticut that pays attention to details to make sure that every image captured becomes a favorite memorable photo, look no further!I can’t say enough about Ute… she’s more than amazing at her craft, she’s also great with kids, has the patience of a saint, is super kind and delivers magical images that you’ll love for years to come. Ute thinks about every little detail to ensure your experience is the best!We’ve been using Ute as our family photographer for over 8 years now. That should tell you a lot! Ute has taken newborn pictures for us, milk bath pictures, maternity photos, baby pictures of milestones like 6 months and one year, cake smash pictures, family portraits, holidays pictures and more! My boys LOVE her and cooperate for her when they won’t for anyone else! She’s truly a gem of a person and we feel lucky to have found her so many years ago! Her photos are all over our walls and holiday cards. The images she’s captured have brought us years of JOY! Don’t think twice! Book her! I promise you that you won’t regret it!

Marko Majic

16:32 21 Aug 24

We had a fantastic experience with Ute for our first son's maternity and newborn photo sessions in 2021. Her attention to detail and creative approach left us so happy with the results that we knew we had to hire her again for our second son's newborn and maternity sessions. Ute's ability to capture precious moments with such warmth and professionalism is truly incredible. We highly recommend Ute for anyone looking to create beautiful, lasting memories through photography!

Janelle Rosenbaum

12:20 16 Aug 24

This was our third time using Ute. We started with a maternity photo shoot, newborn photos and now family portraits as we get ready for baby #2. She’s the best! Ute thinks of every detail so that you have nothing to worry about the day of your shoot. We can’t recommend her enough!

Kaitlyn Bradley

12:52 09 Aug 24

We had an amazing experience with Ute for our newborn photo session for our daughter. From the initial email inquiry, Ute and Andrea were incredibly thorough and detailed with the process and what to expect and even how to best prepare for the shoot. Ute is clearly a master of her craft and created a perfect atmosphere for our newborn. The photos came out absolutely gorgeous and I cannot wait to book more sessions in the future. I cannot recommend Ute enough if you are looking for a photographer in the Milford, Connecticut area.

Kimberly Lipkind

18:00 08 Aug 24

Ute is absolutely incredible at what she does. She is such a gifted baby/family photographer because she excels at getting beautiful shots AND making sure the experience is positive for your child. We did a beach mini session in Milford to get family portraits with our 7-month-old daughter. Even though 7 months can be a universally tough age (we were getting past bedtime and baby girl was starting to fuss), Ute went above and beyond to keep our daughter smiling. This involved her taking photos one-handed while entertaining her with toys with the other hand and even playing her favorite song. This was in addition to making sure her dress was in place and that my hair wasn't in my face. Ute really gets to know her clients ahead of time with a questionnaire and she takes into consideration any insecurities you may have or particular shots you prefer. I can be particular about how I look in photos but I am thrilled with how they came out. She really will make sure the whole family looks their best and the turnaround time is so quick too. These are our first real family photos and I will cherish them always! Can't wait to use her again in the future.

Ariel Jaffe

17:43 07 Aug 24

Ute was absolutely amazing. Starting from my initial inquiry where her and her team were immediately responsive and accommodating to my schedule and requests to the actual photo session which was done in her immaculate studio where she truly captured everything I had asked for. She was a pleasure to work with and my first glimpse at the newborn photos have exceeded expectations. I will definitely utilize her services for all future special moments!

Daisey Perez

18:59 05 Aug 24

Couldn’t recommend Ute-Christin more for newborn photos! She created the perfect atmosphere for our little ones first baby photos, was incredibly patient with him, and her and Andrea were so professional and kind throughout the entire process. If looking for family or newborn portraits, this Connecticut photographer is just so great!

Benjamin C.

04:57 20 Jul 24

It's was very accommodating and great to work with! She was communicative, transparent, and has a friendly demeanor that really puts you at ease - we have the raw photos and they look great, can't wait to see the finished products. She knows what she's doing!

Ashley Hayman

13:53 17 Jul 24

Ute is such an amazing photographer! i think we have done 6 sessions with her over the years and every time we are so happy with our photos! She is awesome with our girls! When the girls were younger there were times we thought there’s no way we would get good photos by the way the kids were acting that day and yet somehow she delivers beautiful photos!

JDS

23:51 11 Jul 24

Ute is always amazing. Even with our two spirited kids making the photo shoot a wild time, Ute always captures the best moments of our time together. 11/10!

Lauren Falcone

22:36 11 Jul 24

I can not say enough good things about my experience today with Ute-Christian Photography. My husband and I felt completely relaxed and comfortable putting our 9 day old little one in Ute's expert hands for her newborn photo shoot. I will absolutely be using her for all future photo shoots of my family!

Stephanie Hyppolite

21:01 15 Jun 24

Amazing experience with our precious little one. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. And the pictures are just beautiful. Thank you

Victoria Lynch

13:57 31 May 24

Ute was amazing in our maternity session. We never did any professional shoots before, so we didn't know what to expect but she has the eye for detail and helped with all of our poses and picking beautiful locations. Ute was so pleasant and the made the experience a happy one. We love the pictures we picked out and can't wait for the newborn shoot. Anyone that is contemplating her services; do it!

shilpi Jain

02:49 30 May 24

Ute is wonderful! Love her and her work!! She is always accommodating, very patient with the kids (babies and toddlers) and her work is impressive. She has wonderful taste and is very detail oriented. I will travel miles to get my babies photographed by Ute. Can’t wait for our next session.

Yosef Lax

22:47 23 May 24

Ute is an exceptional photographer who masterfully runs her studio with a brilliant eye for detail. We were lucky to have Ute for both of our children’s newborn photo shoots. The experience has been nothing but wonderful and I would highly recommend. From the detailed pre-appointment instructions to the welcoming atmosphere of her warm and inviting studio, countless prop and clothing options to select from, and her magical touch with babies. Her photos are absolutely beautiful.

Justine Carter

17:15 21 May 24

I’ve been very happy each of the four times I’ve used Ute (newborn x 2, 1 year old cake smash, mommy and me shoot), and we’ve gotten endless compliments on the photos! She’s a master at her craft. The studio is pristine and relaxing, and Ute is friendly and I felt safe and very comfortable with her handling my newborn for photos.

Jen K

17:04 18 May 24

Ute is a fabulous photographer. From start to finish, she and her assistant, Andrea, make sure that things run seamlessly and are hugely helpful in sourcing outfits, props, etc. to ensure the best possible experience for a shoot. Ute is exceptionally talented, and we are always thrilled with the final product (which is provided very quickly). We couldn't recommend her more!

Lindsay Green

15:59 09 Apr 24

Where do I begin! The whole process was seamless, comforting and amazing! Ute was top notch from the moment we walked in! We had a newborn shoot and she took amazing care of our princess throughout the process! She pays incredible detail to everything she does as well as making sure your baby is comfortable the entire time. No easy feat for sure! Our photos came out absolutely amazing and I cannot wait to book our next shoot with UTI! THANK YOU!

Milford Restaurants get the Baby Treatment from local Connecticut Newborn Photographer

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